Community Futures Sunshine Coast is pleased to host author and impact investor Joel Solomon Oct. 4 at Chatelech Secondary in Sechelt at 7pm. Joel’s book, entitled “The Clean Money Revolution: Reinventing Power, Purpose and Capitalism”, challenges us to step beyond shopping locally, and embrace the power of investing locally into our business start-ups, social enterprises ... Read More »
A volunteer program to prepare income taxes free of charge for low income clients is now accepting appointments. The program, sponsored by the Canada Revenue Agency and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, has income limits of $30,000 for an individual, $40,000 for a couple, plus $2,500 for additional dependent. The program does not serve clients with ... Read More »
An antique Buddha and an eight-ounce silver Elvis Presley commemorative coin were among the items brought to the Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives Antique and Collectibles Roadshow on Feb. 25. The annual event was a fundraiser for the museum. People brought their antiques to the Trail Bay Mall in Sechelt and paid to have them ... Read More »
Much like earthquake readiness, many of us aren’t as well prepared as we would like to be to weather a personal financial crisis. Here are some tips that will allow you to plan for the unforeseen today and relieve some of that financial anxiety! 1. Build up an Emergency Fund No one likes to think about ... Read More »
If you meet the financial requirements, you can have your tax returns prepared free of charge by the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, sponsored by the Canada Revenue Agency and by the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH). Volunteers will complete simple tax returns, free of charge, for low-income clients. Income limits: individual $30,000, couple $40,000, ... Read More »
In recent years, the vibrant, active Gibsons & District Chamber of Commerce has reached beyond its traditional boundaries with a new vision. A long-time proponent of strengthening businesses within our own community, this volunteer-led business group is now reaching out to build a network of relationships ‘from Langdale to Lund’, supporting Visitor Services, the Ferry ... Read More »
The Sechelt & District Chamber of Commerce’s main role is to help your business or organization succeed. Not only do we focus on traditional business issues but also on the overall financial health and well-being of our community. We provide marketing and other informational services for our members as well as offer educational programs such ... Read More »
If you packed up and sold your Home Sweet Home (a.k.a. your principal residence), there’s some new things to know when it comes to your taxes. Whether you moved down the street or across the country, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) wants to stay in-the-loop, so you’ll need to report the sale on this year’s ... Read More »
June 15 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day that is dedicated to increasing awareness and knowledge of elder abuse, through conversation and information sharing. One of the most common forms of elder abuse is financial which occurs when there is a manipulation, exploitation or misuse of an elder’s money or assets. Credit unions ... Read More »
The Open Door Group is accepting applications for the Jobs in Demand: Retail & Service Training Cohort. The six-week full time training, funded by the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training starts on June 20 in Sechelt and is free to all eligible participants. Participants will receive training in small group workshops, on-site, and on-line, ... Read More »
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